corruption – Raj Bhatia

Why am I not at Ramlila Maidan today?

Because I have a business to manage. I can’t leave my office, though I very much support Annaji’s anti-corruption crusade. I’m sure situation for many of you would be the same. Even if you believe in the cause (who doesn’t?), you may still not …

Strange camaraderie between RBI, price rise and corruption

Why prices keep going up? RBI governor says price increase is ‘demand-led’. This means, lots of people are demanding products we consume. Being in short supply, their prices naturally rise. Some examples: Atta, daal, vegetables, oil Confectionary – biscuits, cakes, breads Cosmetics – shampoo, deo, …

No, I’m not joking – cleaning politics is as simple as 1-2-3!

Politicians show their corrupt teeth through nepotism. Nepotism is opposite of integrity. Nepotism is favoristm granted to relatives or friends regardless of merit. I’d extend the definition to also include their political party, party workers and those who are willing to oblige in cash or kind to …

The most corrupt of all Indians ride around in auto rickshaws

That corruption in India is rampant, no one will argue. Transparency International’s latest global Corruption Perceptions Index shows India is now more corrupt than it was last year (CWG?), slipping down 3 ranks, from 84 to 87 (China is ranked 78). Tellingly, the report also …